RE: Joysway Super Mono X
I finally got my SMX to a lake and was able to get 3 more fantastic runs. This is a great little boat. Flipped her 2 times on her hatch, no problem, just a blip of throttle, she self rights, and I was off again. Still running all original stock. 1800mah batteries 3S. I only run for 4 minutes (WOT) to keep down the heat. Batteries come in around 3.82 per cell. The motor comes in hot, but not overly hot. Love this lil bugger. I oil the motor bearings at the end of the day. Now to build my new shaft Hey MassiveO, Did you get your Icon A5 yet?
Posted on: 8/17/2012 5:45 PM by Author "Wavekatcher" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Aquacraft Revolt 30
[quote]ORIGINAL: hobby_man I just read the tech note at the aquacraft web site. I registered the boat, so they know I own it, this memo should have been sent out to all registered owners WTF? I felt bad about the motor frying, I just got over that! A _ick head move by some 24 year old marketing idiot at Aquacraft! This pisses me off, I called the tech's and told them over and over that this boat is getting too hot! they blew me off! [/quote] My 1st revolt had serious alignment issues with the motor and stuffing tube/flex shaft alignment. I called Hobbico and the tech guy said "its fine to run it that way as long as the shaft isn't rubbing the brass tube" BS, I sent it back to Tower and they sent a replacement. The replacement still isn't aligned perfect. Aquacraft has drunk chimps building these boats.
Posted on: 8/15/2012 7:51 PM by Author "Wavekatcher" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Aquacraft Revolt 30
Maybe call them and tell them you just found out about the issue. They should have included a hard copy of the issues needing attention with the manual. The chimps doing the fix probably have no idea about the water inlet, nor will they have the tools (or knowledge) to fix it. The only way I knew about it is by wasting my time on these forums
Posted on: 8/15/2012 7:47 PM by Author "Wavekatcher" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Aquacraft Revolt 30
There lies your problem sir. Check the Aquacraft website for an addenum about 2 issues with this boat. 1. water inlet 2. removal of glue from shipping tape on the hatch/canopy The water inlet on the rudder needs to be opened up and elongated to allow more water flow through the cooling system. I used my dremel and a round jewelers file to open up and extend the water inlet cooling hole on the rudder (towards the leading edge of the rudder) I also found A LOT of aluminum shavings inside the cooling inlet hole on the rudder (from when it was drilled out at the factory in China) which would have surely clogged or blocked the entire cooling system Good luck sir! And keep us posted.
Posted on: 8/15/2012 1:19 PM by Author "Wavekatcher" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Aquacraft Revolt 30
[quote]ORIGINAL: hobby_man anyone else buring up the motor with the stock set up on this boat? I am on #2 my amp meter registered a 52 amp max draw do the boat is not over proped or setup with the prop too low in the water. [/quote] Did you open up the water inlet on the rudder blade? Maybe you are not getting enough cooling?
Posted on: 8/15/2012 10:20 AM by Author "Wavekatcher" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Choosen Offshore Warrior 2 Updates(Video Inside)
I am a trained chimp and I love my Super Mono X. Good little boat for the money
Posted on: 8/4/2012 4:39 PM by Author "Wavekatcher" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Aquacraft Revolt 30
[quote]ORIGINAL: MassiveOverkill Hey Wave, does that motor mount look like it could be retrofitted to the SMX? I know I'll have to wait until you get your replacment to get a better look. [/quote] Too big and heavy for our little SMX. I guess you could grind it down to fit
Posted on: 7/23/2012 7:43 PM by Author "Wavekatcher" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Aquacraft Revolt 30
Thanks for posting the pictures. I called Towerhobbies and they were nice enough to send me a UPS return label, so my defective Silver/white Revolt 30 is on her way back. I hope the next one they send isn't as screwed up as the first. Seeing the pictures of what it "should" look like makes me glad I sent it back.
Posted on: 7/23/2012 6:45 PM by Author "Wavekatcher" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Aquacraft Revolt 30
I called Hobbico and the tech guy says it is ok as long as the flex shaft isn't rubbing the stuffing tube.
Posted on: 7/23/2012 8:06 AM by Author "Wavekatcher" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Aquacraft Revolt 30
[quote]ORIGINAL: hobby_man [quote]ORIGINAL: Wavekatcher I just unboxed my new silver rxr Revolt. The motor and the flex shaft/stuffing tubing look to be misaligned like a drunk chimp built it. I am only guessing that may rob a little speed??? Or does alignment not matter much since it is a flex shaft???????? Anyone care to check alignment on your boat and post a picture (from the top down
Posted on: 7/23/2012 8:00 AM by Author "Wavekatcher" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Aquacraft Revolt 30
I just unboxed my new silver rxr Revolt. The motor and the flex shaft/stuffing tubing look to be misaligned like a drunk chimp built it. I am only guessing that may rob a little speed??? Or does alignment not matter much since it is a flex shaft???????? Anyone care to check alignment on your boat and post a picture (from the top down) for me?
Posted on: 7/21/2012 4:10 PM by Author "Wavekatcher" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Which boat would you get?
My early b-day present arrived today......Silver/red Revolt 30. Ordered up some Zippy 2s 5000mah 45c batteries to power her. OSE upgrade flex shaft, thrust bearing, and will buy new props too when they are back in stock.
Posted on: 7/20/2012 9:12 PM by Author "Wavekatcher" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Joysway Super Mono X
[quote]ORIGINAL: MassiveOverkill Hey Wave, make sure you measure the total distance from your transom to the prop as you'll want to keep this measurement as the baseline with your new setup. I've experimented a little with prop distance closer and further away than stock and it makes a big difference in handling and the prevention of crabbing\walking as does the battery location fore\aft. [/quote] Ok, thanks for the heads up. I got 2 more runs in (finally the prop/shaft stayed put) on the SMX yesterday evening. My wife had never seen me run it before, and she couldn't stop laughing when she saw how fast it is. My parts arrived today from OSE. Great service. 2 days all the way from Maryland?? Did you receive your Icon yet? My early B-day present from my wife arrived via the big brown truck today. Silver/red RXR Revolt 30. $250 plus free shipping.
Posted on: 7/20/2012 5:48 PM by Author "Wavekatcher" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Joysway Super Mono X
Hook means...drag.??? Got my parts ordered, thanks again!
Posted on: 7/17/2012 8:11 PM by Author "Wavekatcher" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Joysway Super Mono X
thanks for the help I think I understand. So, the flex shaft is cut then right? Does the permatex hold everything together? So...short piece of flex inside brass tubing which fits inside new propshaft stub. then teflon liner (or brass tubing) over stub ? Will the new smaller prop shaft stub you linked for me fit the prop I have?
Posted on: 7/17/2012 4:12 PM by Author "Wavekatcher" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Joysway Super Mono X
Ok, looks good. I'll pm my address so you can send me yours I was looking @ Offshore elctrics and it looks like they have everything I will need. Would you mind helping me with the build process? I should order the brass tubing PN #127, Octura flex .130 PN?, Etc. etc.???? Thanks, Jeff
Posted on: 7/17/2012 2:48 PM by Author "Wavekatcher" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Joysway Super Mono X
Ok thanks. I'm not sure if the grease I'm getting on the flex is the problem or what. I wouldn't mind upgrading to the Octura flex.
Posted on: 7/17/2012 2:31 PM by Author "Wavekatcher" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Joysway Super Mono X
Well, even after removing both grub srews and re-loktiting and tightening the grubs as hard as I could the prop shaft let loose again.???? Should I solder the end where the grubs seat? Also, my stock tx is acting funky. Motor still runs (very slowly) even when trigger is released. I have to mess with the trigger to get the motor to stop.
Posted on: 7/17/2012 1:39 PM by Author "Wavekatcher" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Joysway Super Mono X
I had a great run today! Made it 3 feet and the shaft w/ prop came loose. DOH! Some idiot (me) only tightened up one of the two grub screws after greasing the shaft from the last run. Note to self...remove both grub screws and re-lok tite. Dummy
Posted on: 7/16/2012 5:43 PM by Author "Wavekatcher" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Which boat would you get?
[quote]ORIGINAL: MassiveOverkill Wave, you going to make a rig so you can use your SMX as a rescue boat? [/quote] I will be using my NQD jet boat for a rescue. Tennis ball w/ 20lb fishing line. Put the ball in the nook behind the drivers, motor out and around troubled boat and pull ball with boat back in. Or just have my Labrador retriever do it for me Just kidding, I DON'T have a dog and would never do something as stupid as having a dog retrieve an RC Boat. I like the idea of using the baby ducks (w/ hooks attached) from the rc jet duck setup. Would prolly work perfect w/ my jet boat. The SMX is purely for speed runs. I love the roost she throws up. Thats why I want something bigger and faster.
Posted on: 7/15/2012 3:47 PM by Author "Wavekatcher" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Which boat would you get?
Thanks everyone for the input. I don't think a tunnel hull will be good for me. too much wind in the afternoon. I'm leaning towards the Revolt 30 Rx ready. Although, I'm intrigued by the Motley. Not too excited about the plastic prop it comes with. Any of these RTR's I purchase I will be changing out the shaft and props and connectors. I would like to get at least 1 run without having to change anything. So maybe the Motley is out of the question. The Motley is tempting w/ the $30 mail in rebate that is good for buying more parts, and I have the $50 off code for tower, I also like the Impulse 31. I can get that boat for $300 plus shipping. Decisions,decisions, decisions
Posted on: 7/15/2012 2:50 PM by Author "Wavekatcher" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Joysway Super Mono X
Hey MassiveO, Have you figured out the range of the stock tx and rx? I am wondering if I should bother switching over to my Futaba gear? The range seems fine for where I am running, I'm just not too fond of the clunky tx. PS Cool looking ICON you ordered from HK.. Can't beat the price. YOu may want to waterproof everything. Even the Parkzone A5 canopy leaks. Wavekatcher
Posted on: 7/11/2012 12:24 PM by Author "Wavekatcher" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Which boat would you get?
[quote]ORIGINAL: fatbill69 If the water is relatively calm, just get a Hornet tunnel from Hobby King. I have seen bids and it hits high speeds out of the box. [/quote] Thanks fatbill. Looks to be backordered. Should be available again NEXT year knowing Hobby King.
Posted on: 7/10/2012 9:39 PM by Author "Wavekatcher" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Which boat would you get?
[quote]ORIGINAL: stoneenforcer what about the UL1 or Miss Excite? you like hydros? [/quote] I've read good things about the UL-1. I'm not sure a Hydro could handle the chop I may encounter if I am running when it is windy. Hydros require smooth water, correct?
Posted on: 7/10/2012 4:51 PM by Author "Wavekatcher" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Which boat would you get?
[quote]ORIGINAL: kilr95ss Now, back on topic. As far as a RTR, I would go with the Traxxas Spartan. It's 6s capable out of the box, has aluminum hardware including a adjustable stinger and comes with Castle motor and esc. [/quote] I'll pass on the Traxxas Fartan. All the reading/research I've done says the Fartan is the biggest POS FE anyone could ever waste their money on. No offense to Spartan owners, what do I know as a newb anyway?
Posted on: 7/10/2012 10:05 AM by Author "Wavekatcher" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Which boat would you get?
[quote]ORIGINAL: kilr95ss That's not a excuse, if you dont have time to build, how do you have time to enjoy the hobby.? If he is going to buy speed, a $200-$300 rtr is not going to buy much. 30mph out of the box doesn't excite you for too long and paying someone to build a FE is gonna cost a whole lot more than doing it yourself. [/quote] I do enjoy building, however, I'd rather be flying or piloting. With a full time job, 3 year old son to take care of, and a house to maintain, my "me time" is limited. It took me 4 weeks to mod my NQD. 8 weeks to build my 550 size helicopter. The RTR option for me is the way to go. (Even though most of the time it means READY TO REPAIR or READY TO FAIL) I like the idea of the Revolt30 with different prop, and sharpened hardware etc. Thanks to everyone for your help. I'm still open to other ideas, keep em coming!
Posted on: 7/10/2012 8:15 AM by Author "Wavekatcher" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Which boat would you get?
[quote]ORIGINAL: MassiveOverkill Already sick of the SMX? [/quote] Just the opposite. (Although I haven't been able to run any boats because of my knee injury) I want more speed. I hope all is well for you MassiveO. I wish I had a lake like yours in my backyard
Posted on: 7/9/2012 5:01 PM by Author "Wavekatcher" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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Which boat would you get?
I have the addiction in a bad way . I've finally found a legal place to run, and am ready for a bigger FE than what I already have. (NQD "tear into" and SuperMonoX) I have a ton of batteries for my aircraft, but not too many 2S packs. I am hoping to use the batteries I already own. I'm thinking either the Impulse31, Motley Crew, or Revolt 30. I have a good tx and extra rx's. I don't have much free time to build. I'd like the new Impulse coming out, but it doesn't look available until October. Where I will be running, should be smooth conditions in the a.m., and slight chop from wind later in the day. (Medium size pond) Buying from towerhobbies is a plus because I get free shipping and I have $50 off $300 code. Also, I can get discounted price for Pro-Boat from Wholesaletrains.com, but pay out the whazoo for shipping. Thanks for helping out a fellow addict
Posted on: 7/9/2012 4:31 PM by Author "Wavekatcher" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Unofficial
[quote]ORIGINAL: Masman Hello! After lurking around the rc scene for about 6 months I finally decided to jump in, and bought an NQD yesterday (4modz influenced me heavily). Now, I read the first 60 pages over the last 2 days (ohmygod) and feel like I should just post my parts list to double check I didn't make a novice mistake (heh). Now, the plan is to throw in the this motor http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__8595__2040SL_4800kv_Brushless_Inrunner_WaterCooled_.html (The 4800kv I saw Sundugz mention a few times) Along with the turnigy 35a watercooled ECS http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbycity/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=7377 either this http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbycity/store/__8935__Turnigy_2200mAh_2S_25C_Lipo_Pack.html or this for battery http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbycity/store/__10365__Turnigy_5000mAh_2S_20C_Lipo_Pack_DE_Warehouse_.html Controller - Suggestions? And I'm not sure about anyyhing else :) Thanks for any help, and it amazes me to see this thread is still active. [/quote] I'm running the same motor/esc combo, using 2s 2650mah batteries. I think the 5000mah will be too big. I recently tried nano-tech 2s 3300 45c with good results.
Posted on: 6/16/2012 8:31 AM by Author "Wavekatcher" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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RE: Joysway Super Mono X
Hey Massive! I went ahead and ordered myself, oops,......... I mean my 3 year old son, one of these. I can't let you have all the fun by yourself. Keep us updated on when you get to do the maiden voyage for yours. I bought mine from ALLeRC.com, which is where I buy all my Hyperion batteries from. Regards, Wavekatcher
Posted on: 6/3/2012 3:32 PM by Author "Wavekatcher" in the forum "Speed - Electric"
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